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Seasonal Burrata

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Equipment

  • Serving platter or shallow bowl
  • Small prep knife
  • Cutting board
  • Citrus zester or peeler (optional)
  • Small bowl for finishing oil or dressing
  • Mandoline slicer
  • Microplane
  • Toasting tray for bread

Ingredients  

Base Ingredients

  • 3 large balls burrata (about 8 oz each)
  • 2-3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Flaky sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • Crusty bread or crostini for serving

Seasonal Produce Components

  • Fresh fruit or vegetables at peak ripeness
  • Herbs (nuts, or finishing accents)
  • Optional drizzle (honey, balsamic, citrus oil)

Instructions

Method

  • Allow burrata to come to cool room temperature (about 20 minutes).
  • Arrange seasonal produce on a serving platter.
  • Place burrata gently among the produce.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and any seasonal finishing elements.
  • Season lightly with flaky salt and pepper.
  • Serve with toasted bread or crostini.
    • Keep presentation relaxed but intentional — the contrast between creamy cheese and seasonal color should feel natural.

Make-Ahead Notes

  • Produce can be washed, sliced, or roasted earlier in the day.
  • Toast bread shortly before serving.
  • Assemble platter up to 30 minutes ahead; add oil and salt just before serving.
  • Burrata should never be refrigerated immediately before plating — flavor softens best slightly tempered.

Notes

Seasonal Variations

while the burrata stays the same, changing up the accompaniments to whatever is in season will keep this dish feeling the freshest

Spring

Fresh, green, bright:
  • English peas, asparagus ribbons, or fava beans
  • Lemon zest, mint, or basil
  • Olive oil + light citrus finish

 

Summer

Sun-ripened abundance:
  • Heirloom tomatoes, peaches, nectarines, or berries
  • Fresh basil or oregano
  • Olive oil + flaky salt

 

Autumn

Warm, slightly sweet, textural:
  • Roasted grapes, figs, squash, or pears
  • Walnuts or hazelnuts
  • Honey drizzle or balsamic reduction

 

Winter

Bright with subtle richness:
  • Citrus segments (orange, blood orange, grapefruit)
  • Pistachios or herbs
  • Warm olive oil or light citrus vinaigrette